UK hotels enjoyed another strong month in August, according to preliminary figures released today by business advisory and accountancy firm, BDO LLP. In the regions, a 0.3% year-on-year rise in room rate to £60.43, compared with £60.26 in August 2012, coupled with a 7.2% increase in occupancy from 73.8% to 79.2%, resulted in a 7.5% improvement in rooms yield from £44.53 to … [Read more...]
Zero-hours contracts – what’s all the fuss about?
Over the last couple of months that has been a flurry of debate over the use of zero-hours contracts, not limited to publicity on the latest Tribunal claim against SportsDirect. On the one hand, there are those who believe that the flexibility of zero-hours contracts is vital to UK businesses, and on the other hand those that believe this type of contract is a way to exploit … [Read more...]
Mercure celebrates its 40th anniversary with 40 days of surprises!
A few months after unveiling its new look, Mercure is inviting guests to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Over a 40-day period, from September 16 to October 25, more than 700 hotels in 51 countries will celebrate this birthday. In keeping with its values of authenticity, commitment and curiosity, the brand and its hotels have designed a series of gastronomic and cultural … [Read more...]
Site Bites – Restaurant & Bar Design Awards 2013 winners – Augustine Kitchen – Creative Taste success – Gainsborough Bath Spa
Restaurant & Bar Design Awards 2013 winners - Franck Raymond to open Augustine Kitchen - The Gainsborough Bath Spa to open Spring 2014 - The Cottage in the Wood: best view in England - Take guard! The Cricketers opens its doors - Creative Taste success at Dulwich Picture Gallery. Restaurant & Bar Design Awards 2013 winners Leading architects, interior and lighting … [Read more...]
Choice Hotels Europe introduces Digital Direct Programme
Choice Hotels Europe has entered into a relationship with buuteeq, a leading cloud-based digital marketing provider for lodging operators that will enable Choice Hotels franchisees throughout Europe to create and manage their own property-level websites with direct booking capabilities. Competitive edge: maximizing online marketing, streamlining booking The new platform, … [Read more...]